1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Simca 1301 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1301 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |