1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
