1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 129 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 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 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
