1969 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 1,203 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 561 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1200S | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200S | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
