1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 765 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Corvette | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
