1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
