1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 25 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1963 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 944 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1312 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
