1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 50 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
