1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 19 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 252 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1985 TVR 390 | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 1200S | 390 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
