2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 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 GMC Canyon (190 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Canyon | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 39 L |
