1963 Jaguar MK II vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK II is newer by 7 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 470 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, 1963 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar MK II | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | MK II | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 39 L |
