1989 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria 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, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Crown Victoria | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Crown Victoria | Aronde |
Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 90 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |