2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1965 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 35 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca Ariane weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca Ariane. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1965 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Ariel | Simca |
| Model | Atom | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
