1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 900 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.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | Aronde |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |