1966 Simca 1000 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 595 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1000 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
