1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 51 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 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, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 0 HP |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
