1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1963 Abarth 750 is newer by 2 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Ariane weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. 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, 1961 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Abarth | Simca |
| Model | 750 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| 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 | 535 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
