1949 Simca 6 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 6 would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Tercel (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1949 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 290 kg more than 1949 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Simca 6 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 570 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
