1971 Simca 1200S vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Because 1971 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 1971 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Simca | Skoda |
| Model | 1200S | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
