1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
