1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3090 mm |
