1980 Reliant GTC vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Reliant GTC 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 Reliant GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant GTC | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | GTC | Aygo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 35 L |