1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2000 mm |
