1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 195 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, 1984 Nissan Skyline (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1984 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. 1984 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Simca | Nissan |
| Model | 1200S | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
