1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1981 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 14 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 25 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Avenger. 1981 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 1981 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Simca | Chrysler |
| Model | 1200S | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
