1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 44 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1200S | Spark |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
