1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 644 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3710 mm |
