1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 50 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 672 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1000 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |