1977 AMC Matador vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1968 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S. 1977 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Matador | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 53 L |
