1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
