1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 625 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
