1982 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac 1000 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Pontiac | Simca |
Model | 1000 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2240 mm |