1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1980 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 22 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |