1967 Simca 1501 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 540 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 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501. 2012 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
