1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 867 kg more than 1970 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1970 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1970 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | 1200S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |