1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 945 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |