1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 425 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
