1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 442 kg more than 1954 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | Aronde |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |