1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser

To start off, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 1080 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 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 750 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
Make Abarth Toyota
Model 750 Retro Cruiser
Year Released 1959 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 212 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 373 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1615 kg
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 60 L


 

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