1977 Ford Granada vs. 1954 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Simca Aronde. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1954 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Granada | Aronde |
Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |