1973 Simca 1100 vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Allion (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1100 | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
