1969 Ford Capri vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 13 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Aronde weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
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, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
