1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 12 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 15 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
