1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1000 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 1966 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Simca 1000 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |