1961 Simca Plein Ceil vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Plein Ceil weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca Plein Ceil | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Plein Ceil | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
