2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1970 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1970 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1970 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1970 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | LR2 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
