1992 Ford Granada vs. 1953 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1953 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 305 kg more than 1953 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, 1992 Ford Granada (153 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 1953 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Granada | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 39 L |
