1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |