1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 336 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 RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
