1975 Ford Escort vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Simca Aronde weights approximately 57 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 88 Nm |
| 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 | 923 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 39 L |
