1971 Simca 1200S vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 499 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200S | Touran |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
