1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 30 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1816 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3400 mm |
