2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1961 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 44 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Simca Ariane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1961 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | CR-V | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
