1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 605 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 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |