1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 579 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1301 | Avalon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2819 mm |