1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 43 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Simca | Fiat |
Model | 1200S | Strada |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2718 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |