2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 875 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 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | GMC | Simca |
| Model | Canyon | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
