1977 Simca 1100 vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1982 Toyota Cressida is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1100 | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
