1978 Simca Horizon vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca Horizon would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Simca Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca Horizon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca Horizon. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca Horizon | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | Horizon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
