2008 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | L 200 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
