1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 20 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (132 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 365 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 190 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
