2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm). This means 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Yaris | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
