1969 Simca 1200S vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 9 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 87 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, 1969 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1200S | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1200S | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 56 L |
