1972 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 291 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Granada | Aronde |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |