1966 Simca 1300 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 340 kg more than 1966 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Simca 1300 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
