1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1569 kg more than 1968 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 Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Express | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2240 mm |
