1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 526 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:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
