1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 39 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 846 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |
