1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. 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, 1979 Fiat Mirafiori (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Mirafiori | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
