1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 38 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1028 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 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Patrol | Aronde |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |