1991 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 65 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, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Morgan Plus 4 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Morgan | Simca |
Model | Plus 4 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |