1976 Peugeot 504 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 504 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1963 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 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 504 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 504 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
