1970 Simca 1100 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1100 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1203 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
