1963 Simca Ariane vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1963 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Ariane | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 43 L |
