1979 Buick Electra vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 625 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.
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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1965 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1965 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Electra | Ariane |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |