2001 Lotec Sirius vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 39 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1126 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 180 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec Sirius | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Lotec | Simca |
| Model | Sirius | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 1185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1346 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
