1950 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Buick 40 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 1950 Buick 40. 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2340 mm |