1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 93 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, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Simca | Hyundai |
| Model | 1200S | i10 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
