1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlady | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
