1975 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 178 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1301 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
