1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1200S weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Simca 1200S (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1200S | Publica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |