1975 Simca 1309 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 19 kg more than 1975 Simca 1309.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1309. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1309 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1309 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
