2005 Proton Arena vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2005 Proton Arena is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Arena (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Arena weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1200S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton Arena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Proton Arena (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Arena | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Proton | Simca |
| Model | Arena | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
