1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 850 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |