1968 Simca 1200S vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Griffith weights approximately 205 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Simca | TVR |
| Model | 1200S | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 57 L |
