1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1962 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 1962 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Festiva | Ariane |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |