1970 Simca 1200S vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1200S | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
