1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca 1100 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |