1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 20 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Because 1967 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 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Simca | Zastava |
| Model | 1200S | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 48 L |
