1968 Simca 1200S vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Simca 1200S 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 1968 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1200S | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
