1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1966 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | 2400 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |