1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 24 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 21 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Because 1958 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Meteor | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Meteor | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
