1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1301 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
