2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 718 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Colorado | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
