2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
