1971 Simca 1200S vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Because 1971 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 1971 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Simca 1200S | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1200S | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |