1993 Rover 200 vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | 200 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
