2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 150 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | YRV | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
