1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 30 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 494 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 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
