1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 760 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1000 | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2819 mm |