1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 28 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 776 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
