1966 Simca 1200S vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 47 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1200S | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Simca | GMC |
| Model | 1200S | Savana |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
