1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 264 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
