2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1957 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-250 (388 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-250 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
