1965 Simca 1300 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 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 394 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Simca 1300. 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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Simca 1300 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
