1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 93 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |