1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2009 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 204 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 204 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
