1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
