1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 38 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 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 380 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Because 1959 Abarth 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
