1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1959 Ford Anglia is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia.
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, 1956 Simca Aronde (90 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Anglia | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Anglia | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
