1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 511 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 Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aronde | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
