1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 700 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
