1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
