1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 670 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3090 mm |
