1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 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 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Simca |
| Model | High Speed 375 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 36 L |
