1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 588 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Aerostar | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
