1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 35 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 105 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
