1975 Ford Capri vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 19 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Aronde (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1956 Simca Aronde (90 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Capri | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
