1956 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1593 kg more than 1956 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aronde | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 117 L |
