2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mini | Simca |
| Model | Cooper | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
