1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Yaris |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |