1969 Simca 1200S vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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, 1971 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Simca 1200S | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 1200S | 411 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |