1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1962 Simca Ariane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
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, 1962 Simca Ariane (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1962 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 700 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |