1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Simca Ariane. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1962 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1962 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | Ariane |
Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |