1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1966 Simca Ariane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 110 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
