2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Discovery | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 39 L |
