1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Alfasud | Aygo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |