2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1963 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 46 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1963 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 460 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.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca Ariane. 2009 Nissan Armada 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. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1963 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Armada | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 36 L |
