1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 600 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Toronado | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 36 L |
