1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca Ariane (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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, 1962 Simca Ariane (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 126 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
