1981 Ford Granada vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 25 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 455 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Granada | Aronde |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 39 L |