1980 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Aronde weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1956 Simca Aronde is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Simca Aronde. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Ford Escort (100 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 39 L |
