1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1557 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.
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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Simca Aronde | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Simca | Ford |
Model | Aronde | Expedition |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3023 mm |