2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 43 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 120 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Prizm | Aronde |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |