1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 400 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 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 | 1380 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 39 L |
