1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1991 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Toyota Model F is newer by 19 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Model F weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1991 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2240 mm |
