1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 44 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1170 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2000 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 431 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |