1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 195 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
