1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca Ariane (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Simca Ariane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Simca Ariane (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 36 L |
