1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1190 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 |
