1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Laputa | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 35 L |
