1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 19 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1370 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | Lagonda | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
