1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2008 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 49 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 417 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, 2008 Toyota Sprinter, 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, 2008 Toyota Sprinter (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2008 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 97 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |