1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 680 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
