1976 Simca 1100 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1100 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
