1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 19 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), 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 weights approximately 105 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, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Abarth | Simca |
Model | Lancia 037 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |