1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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 Vega (167 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Vega | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
