1967 Simca 1501 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 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 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
