1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 706 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
