1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 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 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
