1982 Simca 1100 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 242 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
