1981 Lancia Beta vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Beta weights approximately 193 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, 1981 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm). This means 1981 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Beta | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
