1971 Ford 17 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
