2000 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
