2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1200S weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Caterham | Simca |
Model | 7 | 1200S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2240 mm |