1977 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 890 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
