1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Ascona | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Ascona | Aygo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |