1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
