1957 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A135 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 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A135 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |