1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Patrol | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
