1957 Simca Aronde vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 717 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 Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Simca | Ford |
Model | Aronde | Mustang |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |