2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 608 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | 350Z | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
