1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. 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 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S. 1999 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Camry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
