1985 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Because 1951 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Pulsar | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Pulsar | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
