1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Cadillac | Simca |
Model | Seville | Aronde |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |