2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 315 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | S2000 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
