2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4299 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |