2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 44 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1963 Simca Ariane has manual transmission. 1963 Simca Ariane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | E-150 | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 36 L |
