1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 667 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
