1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Caprice | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
