2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2281 kg more than 1953 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Excursion | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 39 L |
