2001 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 35 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 510 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Aceca | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
