1967 Simca 1501 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 932 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
