1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Simca 1200S | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Simca | Simca |
Model | 1200S | 1000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |