1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Because 1967 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 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1967 Simca 1200S (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Ritmo | 1200S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |