1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Subaru Vivio is newer by 31 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 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1200S weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1968 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1200S | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
