1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is newer by 5 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 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 347 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.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
Model | Jetfire | Aronde |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 408 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |