1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 39 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 742 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 1957 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Pontiac | Simca |
| Model | Trans Sport | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
