1993 Vauxhall Nova vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 109 kg more than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Vauxhall Nova. (80 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Vauxhall Nova | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Toyota |
| Model | Nova | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
