1978 Simca 1100 vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1970 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 Mega 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 Mega 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 Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega 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 Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 108 L |