1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | Renault | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
