2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1951 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1951 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1951 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 39 L |
