2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 975 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1952 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1952 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Pilot | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 39 L |
