1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 39 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 292 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3240 mm |
