1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
