1991 Ford Mustang vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1991 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Mustang weights approximately 340 kg more than 1951 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, 1991 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Mustang | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 39 L |
