1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Because 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus 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 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Talbot | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbeam-Lotus | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
