1984 Peugeot 604 vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 604 is newer by 19 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 320 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, 1984 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 604 | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | 604 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
