1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1976 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 725 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
