1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 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 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Challenger | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
