1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1963 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Simca Aronde weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 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 | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 39 L |
