1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 23 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 400 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 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2001 Toyota Allion 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 Allion (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
