2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 42 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 100 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca Ariane. (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Simca |
| Model | Guara | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
