1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
