1954 Abarth Simca vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. 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. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1954 Abarth Simca has manual transmission. 1954 Abarth Simca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Simca | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Simca | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
