1966 Simca Ariane vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 19 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
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, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca Ariane | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | Ariane | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
