1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 276 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 2011 Toyota Aygo
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfetta Aygo
Year Released 1976 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 35 L


 

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