1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1969 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Alpine | Simca |
| Model | A 610 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
