1959 MG MGA vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1970 Simca 1200S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | MG | Simca |
Model | MGA | 1200S |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |