1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
