1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 320 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1501 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Simca | Toyota |
Model | 1501 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |