1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 360 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
