1968 Simca 1200S vs. 2006 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 38 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 917 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 2006 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Simca 1200S | 2006 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Simca | SsangYong |
Model | 1200S | Actyon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |