1968 Simca 1100 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1100 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Simca | Toyota |
| Model | 1100 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
