2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 594 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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Quest | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |