1980 Simca 1100 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Simca 1100 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
