2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 936 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Grand Espace | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
