1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Aygo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
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 | 60 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |