1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 17 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Model F (76 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 260 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, 1990 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
