1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1971 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1971 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 200 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
