1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo is newer by 40 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 385 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo, 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Paseo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |