1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 25 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
