1965 Simca 1300 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1987 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
