1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2007 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2007 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1301 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
