1971 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 135 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 1971 Ford Mustang 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 1971 Ford Mustang. 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (146 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Mustang | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
