1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 41 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Albea weights approximately 296 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, 2007 Fiat Albea, 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, 2007 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1200S | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Simca | Fiat |
Model | 1200S | Albea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |