1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 37 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 860 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 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Cresta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |