2003 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 326 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca Ariane. 2003 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1964 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1964 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda NSX | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | NSX | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
