2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | C | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
