1957 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1962 Simca Ariane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca Ariane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | DS | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
