1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1998 Toyota Previa is newer by 42 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1030 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.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Previa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |