1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Scorpio | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
