2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1460 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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2003 Ford F-250 | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | F-250 | Aronde |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |