2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Simca Ariane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca Ariane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | Discovery | Ariane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 36 L |