1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1175 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Caprice | 1200S |
Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |