2008 Honda Stream vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 454 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Stream | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 39 L |
