1998 Seat Toledo vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1998 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Simca 1000 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 1964 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo, 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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Toledo | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Seat | Simca |
| Model | Toledo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
