1981 Ford Laser vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 15 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1200S weights approximately 63 kg more than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 1966 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 1966 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser, 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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Laser | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
