1969 Simca 1501 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 78 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
