1965 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1965 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 37 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca Ariane weights approximately 564 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 500 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |