1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 20 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1900 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
