1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 1971 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Vega | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
