1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 420 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 1988 Toyota Model F 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 1988 Toyota Model F. 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
