1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1974 Triumph Toledo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 600 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
