1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Chevette | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
