1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
