1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 415 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Kestrel | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
