1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1243 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 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Aronde | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Simca | GMC |
| Model | Aronde | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3020 mm |
