1990 Honda Legend vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | Legend | Ariane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |