1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1200S weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
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, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Caterham 7 | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Caterham | Simca |
Model | 7 | 1200S |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 53 L |