1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 1750 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
