2008 Ford Focus vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 328 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, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Focus | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
