1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Explorer | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
