1956 Simca Aronde vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 724 kg more than 1956 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 Falcon (533 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1956 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1956 Simca Aronde will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Simca Aronde | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | Aronde | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
