2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 52 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 423 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.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jeep | Simca |
| Model | Compass | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
