1971 Simca 1100 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1100, 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1100 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
