1972 Fiat 850 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1972 Fiat 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 1965 Simca Ariane (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 850 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |