1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Scorpio | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 39 L |
