1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
