1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1455 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 87 L |
