1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1968 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1600 | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |