1963 Simca 1300 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1963 Simca 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1300 (51 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Simca 1300 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Corona |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 29 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |