1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota RAV4 (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
