2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 58 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 772 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Charger | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 39 L |