1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Simca | Audi |
| Model | Aronde | S5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
