2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Terios | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
