2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 49 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. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 138 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.
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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
