1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 575 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1300 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 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Simca |
| Model | Toronado | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
