1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | 2000 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
