1999 Honda Z vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Simca 1200S (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Z | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 53 L |
