1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1961 Ford Prefect is newer by 3 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Simca Aronde (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Simca Aronde weights approximately 128 kg more than 1961 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, 1958 Simca Aronde (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Prefect | Aronde |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |