2001 Honda Logo vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2001 Honda Logo is newer by 38 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Honda Logo.
Because 1963 Simca Ariane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Logo | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Logo | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
