1964 Simca 1000 vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1971 Triumph Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 1971 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1000 | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1000 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 63 L |
