1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
Model | Guara | Ariane |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |