1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 375 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
