1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Alpine A 610 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 1993 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpine A 610 2009 Toyota Yaris
Make Alpine Toyota
Model A 610 Yaris
Year Released 1993 2009
Engine Size 2975 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1470 mm