2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 198 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (408 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Ford | Simca |
Model | Mustang | Ariane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |