1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 41 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 525 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.
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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | MR-S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91.4 mm |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |