1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
