1981 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 670 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Eldorado | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
