1967 Morris Minor vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 2 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca Ariane weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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, 1965 Simca Ariane (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Minor | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
