1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
