1971 Lincoln Continental vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1971 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lincoln Continental | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lincoln | Simca |
| Model | Continental | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7542 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2240 mm |
