1985 Porsche 944 vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 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 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 944 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
