1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |