1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Model F (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 290 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 Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F 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 Model F | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
