2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1423 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-150 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
