1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
