1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1501 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
