1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1339 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Simca | Hummer |
| Model | 1200S | H3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 102 L |
