2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 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 1966 Toyota Corona 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 1966 Toyota Corona. 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, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
