1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 14 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), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 765 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 1984 Avanti Avanti 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. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2240 mm |
