1994 Opel Omega vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (207 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S. 1994 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1971 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1971 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Omega | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
