2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde.
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 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 890 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 89 Nm |
| 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 | 1435 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
