1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 52 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 538 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.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 600 | RunX |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |