1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1971 Fiat 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 715 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1200S | 130 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
