1972 Simca 1100 vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 878 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1100 | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
