1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 559 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 657 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
Model | 1200S | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |