2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 741 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Durango | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
