1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S 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 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 170S | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
