1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 55 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 730 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
Model | Aronde | Colorado |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |