1971 Matra-Simca M530 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Matra-Simca M530 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Toyota |
Model | M530 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |