1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
