1971 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 39 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Simca | Opel |
| Model | 1200S | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 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 Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2737 mm |
