1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
