1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 18 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 1,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Sunny | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
