2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 924 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Terrano | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
