1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1181 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
Model | Aronde | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
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 | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |