1956 Porsche 356 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 3 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1956 Porsche 356 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Porsche 356 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 356 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 53 L |
