1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 366 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
