2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 44 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 463 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Camaro | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
