1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
