1955 Simca Aronde vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 33 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 255 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.
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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Simca Aronde | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Simca | Holden |
| Model | Aronde | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
