1999 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 609 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 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Acura | Simca |
Model | NSX | 1200S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1464 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |