1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1958 Simca Aronde

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1000 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.

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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 1958 Simca Aronde
Make Chevrolet Simca
Model Caprice Aronde
Year Released 1990 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 70 HP
Torque 346 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2450 mm


 

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