Kimba vs Simba

This will be a lost cause, this is a TLK based forum, but what's everyones opinion of Kimba the White Lion, Or Jungle Taitei?
Some people believe TLK stole their characters or something from Kimba, whats everyones thoughts on this? I'm curious, I love both Kimba and Simba, but it's an interesting topic :3
Here are some pics of the two:



Left: Kimba, 1965 Right: TLK 1994
I love both, but what about you guys? :3
Some people believe TLK stole their characters or something from Kimba, whats everyones thoughts on this? I'm curious, I love both Kimba and Simba, but it's an interesting topic :3
Here are some pics of the two:



Left: Kimba, 1965 Right: TLK 1994
I love both, but what about you guys? :3