2006 Honda Element vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Element | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 39 L |
