2009 Renault Scenic vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 255 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 Renault Scenic, 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Scenic | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | Scenic | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
