1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 554 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
