1971 Simca 1301 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Starlet (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
