1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | GAZ | Simca |
| Model | 3110 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
