1965 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1000 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
