1982 Simca 1100 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Simca 1100 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
