1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1040 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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
