1968 Simca 1301 vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1301 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 Simca 1301 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 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1301 | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
