1973 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 48 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.
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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi 80 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 80 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
