2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca Ariane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | S-MX | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
