2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 39 L |
