1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 75 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
