EVs too many electronics.

Opt for older and simpler ICE cars. Easy to fix and cheap parts.

Wrong! Too many electronics still compared to ICE. Too many sensors too.

EV with simpler electronics only for older first gen ones.

EV more towards software than hardware. Software may contain bugs. ICE especially older models mostly on hardware problems which are fixable for cheap and DIY friendly.

Engine moving parts won't breakdown easily with proper care and maintenance. The number failure for ICE is excessive usage without proper maintenance.

EV with multiple electronics will breakdown first. Shorts, weak battery, faulty sensors and more will force any EV into limb or protection modes.

By design, EV is simpler than ICE is correct but the operation is very complicated.

Ok older ICE, u only need 3 working sensors to start the car namely crank sensor, airflow or MAP and camshaft position sensor. That's all. The car will start and u drive to a workshop for major work done or DIY if capable.

On EV, it is mostly software and many many active sensors. U can DIY unless u have the parts and skill to do it.

Hybrid only if the cheapest fuel is RM 4-5 per litre. Otherwise don't bother due to excessive electronics and sensors. Hard to diagnose and repair.

If u replace the ECU and BCM, it is possible but need a lot of R&D.

Fuel is expensive in Japan.

ICE don't need improvements because it is perfect as it is. With a simple basic ECU, it will start up and run.

EV is like an alpha project and always kept evolving. Hardly will reach beta release any time soon. Because it is more software based, it has plenty of bugs.

I will move to EV if gomen lets me convert some of the old jalopies like the infamous VR4 or Pajero into EV. From here, I can pick the right controller, batteries and features.