1970 Opel Ascona vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona.
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 Opel Ascona (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Ascona | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Ascona | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
