1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 4 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), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 270 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 1982 Toyota Soarer 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 Soarer. 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
