2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Berlina | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Berlina | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
