1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 37 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 550 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Serena | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
