2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo, 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Kangoo | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
