1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
