1969 Simca 1200S vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 37 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1969 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1200S | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200S | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
