1958 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (383 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3250 mm |
