1981 Simca 1100 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1981 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 188 kg more than 1981 Simca 1100. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Simca 1100 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
