1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 420 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
