1967 Simca 1200S vs. 1995 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1995 Suzuki X90 is newer by 28 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Suzuki X90 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki X90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Suzuki X90 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 1995 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1200S | X90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
