1989 Ford Laser vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 32 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Because 1957 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 1957 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser, 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, 1989 Ford Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Laser | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
