1968 Simca 1100 vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Toyota Corolla (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
