2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 589 kg more than 1952 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | Aronde |
Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 39 L |