1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 10 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. Both 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior and 1962 Simca Ariane are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Junior | Ariane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |