1963 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Plymouth Valiant | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Valiant | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2240 mm |
