2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 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.
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 Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Mustang | Aronde |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |