2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
