1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 276 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |