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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 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 164 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 (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 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 | 1117 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1074 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 | 47 L | 45 L |
