1976 Morgan 4 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1976 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1200S weights approximately 189 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Morgan 4 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Morgan | Simca |
| Model | 4 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
