1963 Simca Ariane vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 39 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 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 2002 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca Ariane | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | Ariane | Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
