1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 505 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 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
