1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 535 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
