1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 10 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 386 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 1963 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | 1000 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
