1965 Simca 1300 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 94 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
