1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 475 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 | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1600 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 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 | 975 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
