1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 180 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
