1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 400 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.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca Ariane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Serie II | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
