1949 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.7 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |