1948 Ford Prefect vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1952 Simca Aronde is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 143 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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, 1952 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm). This means 1952 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Prefect | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
