1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1951 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 70 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
