1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 53 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1004 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 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
