1998 Opel Tigra vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 191 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Tigra | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Tigra | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
