1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 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 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 975 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.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Mountaineer | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
