1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
