1958 Simca Aronde vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1665 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Simca Aronde | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Simca | Cadillac |
Model | Aronde | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
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 | 59 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |