1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 660 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
