1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 30 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Because 1968 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Scudo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Scudo | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
