2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Express | Aronde |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |