1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | B2500 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2450 mm |
