1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 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 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
