1971 Simca 1200S vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1200S weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, both vehicles can yield 105 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
