1970 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (89 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | K 70 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
