1972 Simca 1000 vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
