1965 Saab MC vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 27 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Saab MC (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Saab MC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | MC | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
