1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo is newer by 37 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indigo weights approximately 171 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
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, 2003 Tata Indigo, 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, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1200S | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
