1967 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Agila weights approximately 275 kg more 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, 2012 Opel Agila, 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, 2012 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Simca 1200S | 2012 Opel Agila | |
Make | Simca | Opel |
Model | 1200S | Agila |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |