1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1957 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1966 Simca 1200S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Sunbeam Rapier. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1957 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Sunbeam Rapier weights approximately 210 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1957 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Simca | Sunbeam |
| Model | 1200S | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 855 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
