2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 46 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 110 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Prizm | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| 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 | 124 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
