1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 865 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 500 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |