1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 34 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 526 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
