1970 Rover 3.5 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Rover 3.5 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 1970 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 1970 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Rover 3.5 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 3.5 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |