1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 56 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 469 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 1957 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Simca | Dodge |
Model | Aronde | DART |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2703 mm |