2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1975 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | C | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
