1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 8 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 90 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Centura | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
