1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2009 Toyota Aygo
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corona Aygo
Year Released 1975 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2340 mm


 

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