1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 46 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 710 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 2005 Toyota Caldina 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. 2005 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 750 | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |