1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Camaro | 1200S |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2240 mm |