1977 Renault 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 4 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
