1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 91 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Aygo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |