1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1957 Austin-Healey 100 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-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
Model | 100 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |