1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1965 Toyota Corona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Corona (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Corona weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1965 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |