1963 Simca Ariane vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1963 Simca Ariane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 97 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
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 Vauxhall VX4 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ariane | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
