1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 5 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 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 370 kg more than 1969 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | Dino | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2417 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
