1964 Simca 1000 vs. 1997 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1997 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 485 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, 1997 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Simca 1000 | 1997 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |