1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 622 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1996 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
