1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Tatra T600 weights approximately 315 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1200S | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
Make | Simca | Tatra |
Model | 1200S | T600 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |