1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 935 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aronde | Astro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
