1971 Holden Torana vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Torana | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
