1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
