1968 Simca 1200S vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1200S 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 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Simca 1200S | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1200S | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |