1978 Simca Horizon vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Simca Horizon. 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
