2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
