1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chrysler | Simca |
Model | Valiant | Aronde |
Year Released | 1975 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |