2002 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 315 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, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
