1971 Renault 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 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 17 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Renault 17 (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 17 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 17 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
