2003 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 45 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 700 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Grand Espace | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Grand Espace | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
