1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 210 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvair | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
