1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1969 Simca 1200S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,255 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Simca |
| Model | Silver Wraith | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4255 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |
