1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 395 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 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | Boxster | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2240 mm |
