1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 278 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 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 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
