2003 Rover City vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 37 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover City (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover City should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca Ariane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Rover City.
Because 1966 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 1966 Simca Ariane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover 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, 2003 Rover City (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Rover City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover City | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Rover | Simca |
| Model | City | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
