1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 31 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Aronde.
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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | RS 200 | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
