1996 Ford Falcon vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Falcon | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
