1961 Simca Ariane vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 730 kg more than 1961 Simca Ariane. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Ariane | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Ariane | Celsior |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
