1951 Simca Aronde vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Simca Aronde | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Simca | Dodge |
Model | Aronde | Durango |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 93 L |