2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1953 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1953 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-350 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 39 L |
