1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo.

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 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Prelude 2006 Toyota Aygo
Make Honda Toyota
Model Prelude Aygo
Year Released 1979 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 53 HP
Torque 135 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 73.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 81.5 mm
Top Speed 170 km/hour 154 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 890 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 35 L


 

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