1999 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 28 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 655 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
Make | AC | Simca |
Model | Aceca | 1200S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1510 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |