2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
