1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 41 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 775 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Silhouette | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
