1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 74 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
