1984 Porsche 930 vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1984 Porsche 930 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 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 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Porsche 930 | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | 930 | Ariane |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |