1964 Simca 1300 vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1970 Toyota Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Simca 1300 | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Century |
Year Released | 1964 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |