1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 46 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), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Simca | Fiat |
| Model | 1200S | Strada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
