1969 Simca 1100 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 296 kg more than 1969 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1100 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
