1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 611 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Carina |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |