1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 689 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. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1600 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 1600 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3240 mm |