1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Sedan | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
