1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
