1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Simca Aronde | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aronde | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3380 mm |
