1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 40 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 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1200S | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
