2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 118 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, 1957 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Spark | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
