1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 26 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 792 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 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |