2002 Opel Speedster vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2002 Opel Speedster is newer by 39 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca Ariane weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Opel Speedster.
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, 2002 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Speedster | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Speedster | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 36 L |
