1964 Simca 1300 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 45 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 362 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.
Because 1964 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
