1965 Simca Ariane vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca Ariane weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca Ariane | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | Ariane | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
