2009 BMW 120 vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1000 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | Simca |
| Model | 120 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 29 L |
