1966 Simca Ariane vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca Ariane | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | Ariane | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
