1987 Lada 2104 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2104 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104.
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, 1987 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Lada | Simca |
| Model | 2104 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
