1970 Simca 1200S vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 604 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1200S | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
