1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 118 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000.
Because 1963 Rover 2000 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 1963 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 2000 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
