1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
