1998 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Terrano II | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Terrano II | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
