1964 Simca Ariane vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca Ariane (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca Ariane weights approximately 354 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1964 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca Ariane | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ariane | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
