1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 705 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |