1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
