1997 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 608 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 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda NSX | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | NSX | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
