1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 860 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
