1981 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1981 Buick Electra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1964 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 588 kg more than 1964 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca Ariane. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1964 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Buick | Simca |
Model | Electra | Ariane |
Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |