1972 Simca 1100 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1100 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
