1979 Ford Capri vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Capri (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Capri | Aronde |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |