1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Valiant | Aygo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1310 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |