1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 521 kg more than 1952 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Chevelle | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 39 L |
