1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1200S | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Simca | Ford |
Model | 1200S | Ranger |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |