1966 Simca 1200S vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 380 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.
Because 1966 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Simca | Pontiac |
| Model | 1200S | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
