1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 804 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 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
