2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Honda | Simca |
Model | S2000 | Ariane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |