1973 Simca 1100 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1100 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
