2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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 Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | Vito | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2240 mm |
