1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1967 Simca 1200S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Simca 1200S (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Simca | Skoda |
Model | 1200S | 1200 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |