2006 Renault Clio vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 124 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, 2006 Renault Clio, 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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Clio | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
