1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 45 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (157 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 980 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 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
