1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 18 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 538 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Camaro | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
