1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Mustang | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
