1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 299 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 Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
