1976 Simca 1307 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Simca 1307.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Simca 1307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1307. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Simca 1307 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1307 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
