1975 Morris Marina vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris Marina (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Ariane weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina.
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 Morris Marina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Morris | Simca |
| Model | Marina | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
