2007 Peugeot Boxer vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 1970 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 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Boxer | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Peugeot | Simca |
| Model | Boxer | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
