1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
