1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca 1100 | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Crown |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |