1980 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (286 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
