1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 295 kg more than 1962 Simca Ariane. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Monaro | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
