1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 1979 Simca 1308 is newer by 11 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 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Because 1968 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 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1308, 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, 1979 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1200S | 1308 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
