1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 442 kg more than 1962 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Viper | Ariane |
Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |