1976 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. 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, 2011 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Aygo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |