1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 42 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Prius, 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, 2001 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2001 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Prius |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |