1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 43 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 720 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, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
