1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 798 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 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, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1200S | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | 1200S | C5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 71 L |
