1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
