1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
