2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 45 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (185 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 811 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Silhouette | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 39 L |
