2002 Honda City vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Ariane weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Honda City.
Because 1961 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 1961 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | City | Ariane |
Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |