1964 Simca 1300 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 910 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
