1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1965 Simca Ariane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca Ariane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404.
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 Peugeot 404 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 404 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
