1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 598 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 100 L |