1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1301 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |