2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 41 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 252 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.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1200S. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Ranger | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
