1975 Simca 1100 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Echo (122 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1100 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
