2009 Ford Flex vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 6 kg more than 1954 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Flex | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
