1966 Simca 1300 vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2008 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Condor weights approximately 456 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
