1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 10 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1965 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 130 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 130 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |