1963 Simca 1300 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 540 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Simca 1300 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
