1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 765 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 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
