2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Discovery | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
