1953 Morris Minor vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1964 Simca Ariane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca Ariane (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca Ariane weights approximately 279 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. 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, 1964 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
