1969 Simca 1200S vs. 1983 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 14 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1200S weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1969 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1200S | 1983 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1200S | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
