1963 Simca 1000 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1000 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 943 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
