1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1971 Triumph Toledo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 417 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1971 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
