1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Porsche 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 94 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 1300 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
