1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 250 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 1976 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Aygo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |