1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 41 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture, 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Venture |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |