1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
