1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 339 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1980 Nissan Skyline 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. 1980 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1200S | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
