1963 Simca Ariane vs. 2001 Toyota Will
To start off, 2001 Toyota Will is newer by 38 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Will weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca Ariane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 2001 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 2001 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Ariane | Will |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
