1977 Simca 1100 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Simca 1100 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 942 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
