1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 53 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 790 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 42 L |