1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Aygo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |