1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
