1965 Simca 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 182 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
