1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 24 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 375 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 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
