1979 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 279 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 126 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 1979 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
