1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1974 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Carina weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 700 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
