1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 345 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2210 mm |
