1957 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 315 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Simca Plein Ceil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Plein Ceil has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2601 mm |
