2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1237 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Silverado | Aronde |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2450 mm |