1962 Simca Ariane vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1983 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Corsa (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca Ariane | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Ariane | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
