1970 Simca 1200S vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 297 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1200S | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | RunX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
