Well,
The difference between SIM cards can be based on any (or combination) of the following:
1. Physical Size
2. Operating Voltage
3. Operating System
4. Memory (Storage) Capacity
5. Mobile Standards etc.
While I am not aware of a consolidated list of SIM card types/ models, you will find information for most in the following URLs:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subscriber_Identity_Modulehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dual_SIMHope this helps.
Warm regards,
Sarang