1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Ariane weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Lancia | Simca |
Model | Stratos | Ariane |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2700 mm |