1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 850 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |